Um...guys? I know things have been really weird lately, but I've got a major problem here.

[The feed is of a very panicked Larry staring at the 'Gear. Video seems to finally be working, but it's still quite choppy and distortions keep streaking across the screen. Larry's voice is also somewhat tinny and distant, despite him being right in front of the 'Gear.

He backs up a little after handing the 'Gear off to one of his Pokemon. Judging from the chattering in the background, it's Wobbuffet. The screen pans off to Larry standing by a regular ledge.]

I just came down from this ledge, right? But when I tried to keep going...

[The video pans to the right as Larry makes an attempt to keep going along the route. For some reason he's keeping his hands out in front of him as he does so. It soon becomes clear why he did that, as his hands bump into...a wall? But there's nothing there! He slides his hands along the invisible barrier.]

This is not funny. It's all around us, and since the ledge is behind, we're stuck! I've tried having my Pokemon attack it but it does nada. What the heck is going on? [He brings his hands up in a praying stance.] Please let someone out there know how to get rid of this stupid wall because we can't stay here forever. We'll starve! Or worse, start smelling really bad from not getting a shower for days!

[Priorities.

Suddenly the distortion in the feed gets even worse, and...wait, was that Elgyem always behind Larry? Its very form seems to shift and pixelate until it scrambles up completely into a mass of black pixels and then...disappears.

Well that can't be good. Wobbuffet takes notice and lets out a concerned cry. Larry just takes it as concern over their situation.]

It's okay, boy. We'll get out of here eventually. So yeah, if anyone can come to our rescue right now that'd be awesome.

[And with that, they'll be on standby.

Anyone near the ledge before Cerulean City will see a slightly funny scene of Larry and Wobbuffet trying to push their way out of the invisible wall with no luck.]

[The feed opens to a very sickly Larry, who is covered in a mountain of blankets. His skin his flushed, and he's visibly shivering and sniffling. Basically, he's been dealing with a killer fever for a few days now. And with all of this weird power and mutation business going on, something's crossed his mind more than once. He decided to take to the network about it.]

So uh... [sniffle] Has anyone else gotten really sick but didn't get freaky powers and stuff? 'cause I've been sick and really cold for forever and a half and I feel kinda cheated...

[And just as he trails off, he starts coughing. And since he's Larry, he doesn't cover his coughs so he tilts his head to get it out of the way.

Just when he thinks he's done, one last cough comes out...and so does a gob of fire.

He stares down off-screen where the Ember attack landed, frightened and in awe at the same time. Did he seriously just cough up a fireball?]

... Never mind.

[Still staring, he then realizes oh god fire in the bed FIRE IN AN INN. As he dives to put the fire out, the feed cuts out.]

[When the feed starts up, nothing can be seen. However, the melancholy tune of the Burned Tower can be heard, as well as coughing from whoever the 'Gear owner is. Finally, Larry aims the 'Gear properly at himself. It's pretty dark in there.]

Wh-What the heck?! How did I get in the Burned Tower...? I was in Goldenrod when I to bed!

[He shivers, looking around.]

And I'm pretty sure I'd put a freakin' coat on before coming here.

Wooobbuffet...

[says Larry's starter, the only Pokemon that seems to be with him right now. He sounds just as distressed as Larry does.

Larry appears to be taking a few steps before looking off toward Wobbuffet.]

Oh, hey Wobbuffet! At least I'm alone in this, h--WAAAAUGH!

W-Wobba!!

[And looking away while walking was his mistake, because he just walked off the ledge in the middle of the floor and fell to the basement level of the tower. The feed cuts out shortly after he hits the ground.]

About 20 Minutes Later:

[The feed roughly comes to life on Larry's end, and now he's outside of the tower. He looks as white as a ghost. That fall scared the hell out of him. He couldn't care less about the pain in his back right now. At least his 'Gear survived the fall.]

I didn't think I'd see my life flash before my eyes in Johto of all places. [a shudder] Remind me to never go inside that tower again.

Wobba...

So uh...anyone else having weird stuff happening to them?

[Some of you might have been wondering what happened to that idiot who willingly looked into a Shedinja's back a couple weeks ago. Well today you'll be getting your answer.

Larry actually looks a bit different today. For starters, his hair is uncharacteristically not spiky. Actually, he looks like he just got out of a shower or something. That's pretty much the case. He looks a little guilty, and takes a few moments to actually say something.]

Funny story you guys, I was at the spa and I realized I never actually let everyone know I was alright. I figured I better do it now or I'll forget again.

Making it official. I'm good! A-okay! Sorry for making you worry and...stuff.

[He laughs awkwardly, and goes silent for another second or two. Yeah, that was a huge moment of fail and he knows it.]

So yeah, for all you newbies out there, if you ever see a Shedinja, do not look into its back. Trust me, you'll be thankin' me for that one. And if you don't know what a Shedinja is? Good. You don't want to know.

[The feed opens up to a huge egg taking up all of the screen. Eventually it moves away and Larry's lap comes into view...and eventually Larry himself, sitting on the couch in his hotel room. He's holding what seems to be a Metal Coat in his other hand, and he's definitely showing that thing off, oh yeah he is. He looks ridiculously happy about this Metal Coat.]

Guys! Didja see the new stuff at the department store?! They have Metal Coats!

So, my question is going to be painfully obvious: who wants to help me evolve my Onix? I'm in Goldenrod of course.

[There's a pause as Larry remembers something.]

Oh yeah... I forgot to let you guys know I was back! Well uh...I am. Surprise! To my buds in Goldenrod, we should hang out sometime! I haven't seen a lot of you in...a while...

[He trails off as he realizes that oh snap his egg is glowing. He points the 'Gear camera at the glowing egg.]

Well look at that! Nice timing, egg! 'bout frickin' time too. Guess you guys get to see what's in this thing.

[The egg starts taking shape into a Pokémon...and it gets bigger. And bigger. And bigger. Eventually, it's almost as big as Larry, practically crushing him.]

W-Waaaaaaugh!

[But it doesn't stop there. Eventually it grows into a nearly seven foot tall...dinosaur. A Tropius, to be exact. The feed only shows a small bit of it however, since Larry is now sprawled under the Pokémon. His voice is muffled, but loud enough to hear.]

How does that even work?!

[Suddenly, the noise of the couch collapsing can be heard, and the feed shorts out.]

[The feed turns on to reveal the roof of a cave. It's moving pretty steadily, suggesting that whoever is holding the 'Gear is either running or riding something. Eventually Larry's face comes into view, and he looks pretty ecstatic. Wobbuffet can be seen behind him, with a similar expression.]

WHOOOOO!

Wobbaaaaaaaaa!

There is nothing cooler than riding on a Pokémon, I gotta tell you. I'm glad I found Onix, otherwise I think I woulda been stuck in this cave forever! She really knows her way around though!

[Larry's newly captured Onix roars proudly. Really, she has been a big help. Larry probably would have been screwed if he didn't accidentally step on her a while back.

Larry rubs the back of his head in embarrassment, recalling the event. Then he snaps his fingers.]

Oh yeah, Barney! Sorry I disappeared on you back there. As soon as I heard that Iris magically got sent by Azalea, I kinda...rushed out of town without thinking. I'll be back for you when I pick up Iris, and with Onix, I can get around even faster. You'll have the luxury of riding the Onix Express!

[He looks up for a moment, then grins at what he sees.]

Finally, the light at the end of the tunnel! Freedom, here we come! You hear that, Iris? We're almost there!

I can't wait to see the snow everyone's talking about. I wonder if it'll be as pretty as it was up at the temple...

[Suddenly, the darkness gives way to light, and the snowy scenery fills the screen. Larry looks mystified.]

Dude...!

[Suddenly, a piercing roar interrupts him.]

W-Wait Onix, what are you--! Oh nooooooo!

Wobbaaaaaaaaa...!

[Onix isn't exactly a fan of the snow, and as soon as she hits it, she screeches to a halt, sending Larry and Wobbuffet flying forward face-first into the snow.

As soon as Larry makes impact with the ground, the feed cuts out.]

[[OOC: Larry's PokéGear will still work, he'll just be answering at least ten minutes late because he really did get knocked out there.]]

[The feed flicks on, and is immediately engulfed by a Wobbuffet's face. It salutes the camera with a Wobba Wobba! Waaaaahbbuffet! before being shoved aside by Larry.]

Stop hogging the camera, man!

[Now with the camera focused on himself and Wobbuffet, he grins.]

After missing the exit far too many times, we're finally out of New Bark Town! Man, you guys have no idea how exciting this is. Living out a real Pokémon Adventure!

... Okay, maybe you do, but still! I feel like a kid again...only with my biggest dream coming true.

Anyway, I have a very important announcement to make before I get going:

Look out, ladies of- uh, what was that place called again? Oh right- Cherrygrove City, cuz lady-killer Larry Butz is on the way!

[Wobbuffet adds a Wobba! in agreement before the feed finally times out.]